Trends and Patterns of Endodontic Therapy in Primary Teeth: A Visualized Bibliometric Analysis of Research Output in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Abstract Aim: To analyze research trends and collaboration patterns in endodontic therapy of primary teeth in Saudi Arabia using bibliometric analysis. Materials and Methods: A search was conducted in the Web of Science database on March 1, 2024, to identify relevant publications. A total of 54 articles were retrieved and ranked according to citation counts. The key indices contain total citation counts, h-index, and publication counts. The analysis used Biblioshiny (Bibliometrix R package) and VOSViewer to show the collaboration networks and publication trends. Two reviewers were used for extraction to ensure validity and reliability. Results: The bibliometric analysis showed an increase in research output and citations, with peaks in 2020 and 2023. King Abdulaziz University and King Saud University were the leading institutions in this field, with the most publications and extensive collaboration networks. The most highly cited article was published by Bawazir OA in 2006, which was about root canal obturation methods in primary teeth. The keyword used most was “Mineral trioxide aggregate.” The key journals in this field were Pediatric Dentistry and the Saudi Dental Journal. Conclusion: This study confirms the emergence of Saudi Arabia as a significant contributor to research in primary tooth endodontics, demonstrating increasing scholarly impact and academic interest in this field. The results highlight the country’s growing role on the global research stage. Collaboration patterns suggest that this positive trend is likely to enhance impactful collaborative research in the future.